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The Latest: 2017

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Los Angeles skyline with palm trees vs. Phoenix skyline at night with full moon.
Cost-of-Living Smackdown: Los Angeles vs. Phoenix
Before you hop onto the roof of your car on the 405 and bust out some dance moves, we have some devastating news: Life in Los Angeles isn’t like a scene out of La-La Land. But that certainly doesn’t mean that the City of Angels is without merits. With almost four million residents, Los Angeles is a diverse metropolis that attracts people from every corner of the world in search of success, be it professional or personal.
Megan Johnson
Jul 28, 2017
It’s Time to Fall In Love With the Canopy Bed Again
The canopy bed of your childhood dreams has grown up and looks spectacular.
Arlyn Hernandez
Jul 28, 2017
This Weekend: Give the Proverbial Squeaky Wheel a Little Grease
It’s easy to forget about all the little things in our home that are broken or just not working. Don’t get me wrong — it’s good to focus on the big picture — we all have priorities after all —but, when we bump against the same tiny, irksome problems again and again, they start to wear on us mentally. Your goal for the weekend: feel a little bit better about your space.
Dabney Frake
Jul 28, 2017
You Should Steal These Styling Secrets from This Chic London Home
Blogger and freelance stylist Ruth Matthews shares her beautifully designed London home with her husband Dan and son Ted. Each room is filled with an array of vintage and modern furniture, textured woods, clever art, energetic patterns and bold color. But it’s how she’s deftly arranged her home — each room and the vignettes within — that deserves extra attention.
Adrienne Breaux
Jul 28, 2017
7 Kitchen Drawer Organizers to Actually Get Excited About
When you think of a silverware organizer, you probably think of a standard cutlery tray—a plastic bin with sections for knives, forks and spoons, with maybe an extra section or two for other miscellaneous utensils. But just because most of the options you come across are simple, that doesn’t mean you’re stuck settling for the basics.
Brittney Morgan
Jul 28, 2017
A Small Space Squeezes in a Bathroom & Laundry Room Beautifully
Project by: Clara Jung of Banner Day Consulting Location: Oakland, California Clara’s clients had a weird little nook in their home that sat unused, just begging for something to do. They decided not to let limits on space limit their dreams, so they decided to put both a bathroom and a laundry into the same space, divided by a pocket door, and we’re screaming for joy. Not only does the remodel add functionality, it’s easy on the eyes as well.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jul 27, 2017
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Summer Brunching: Keep It Simple, Keep It Beautiful
Summer brunch is peak brunch. The meal’s whole purpose is to let it be lazy and rambling, and lazy and rambling feel so right in the languid summer months. We set out to plan a summer brunch menu that does exactly that by keeping the heat low and the work minimal. In doing so, we quickly realized the two things we needed to think about to pull it off: bold flavor and beautiful presentation. A little extra thought in these areas let us get away with a lot by doing less.
Creative Studio
Jul 27, 2017
The Easiest Way to a Decluttered Home: The Power of One
Decluttering a home is never easy. The thought of organizing a packed hallway closet or a stuffed storage room can be exhausting enough to make you put it off for another year. But what if we told you there was an easy, foolproof way to finally get your clutter under control that won’t take more than a few minutes of your day? All you have to do is remove one thing—just one thing—from your home that you no longer need – every day .
Caroline Biggs
Jul 26, 2017
A Young Couple Rehabs a Building with Many Former Lives
Name: Shara and her husband Location: Hurricane, Utah — Zion National Park is our backyard! The basics: 3 months, owned — 900 square feet Fate brought Shara and her husband together. After abandoning his plans of buying a boat, the couple bought a building in Utah that has lived many lives. From a post office to a pool hall, it’s now stylish and minimal living spaces.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jul 26, 2017
Two Colorfully Whimsical NYC Pads Are For Sale
Full of art, natural light, and eclectic accessories, maximalists will appreciate these two new multimillion dollar listings. Let’s take a look at two colorfully creative Manhattan spaces that are just a little bit off-beat. Starting in Chelsea, this $2.2M apartment owned by eBay executive Bradford Shellhammer (formerly founder of Fab.
Melissa Massello
Jul 26, 2017
Minimalism Is Just Another Boring Thing Wealthy People Can Buy
(Image credit: Pexel) From Kitchn → Minimalism Is Just Another Boring Product Wealthy People Can Buy null
Apartment Therapy
Jul 26, 2017
The Best Ways to Remove Berry Stains from Your Clothes, Skin, and Kitchen
(Image credit: Maria Siriano) From Kitchn → The Best Ways to Remove Cherry Stains from Your Clothes, Skin, and Kitchen null
Apartment Therapy
Jul 26, 2017
Why It Works: A Pattern-Packed “More is More” Bedroom
As the bedroom is a place in which you want to be lulled to sleep, its design is typically tackled in ways that could be described as “soothing” and “serene”. Soft colors and delicate patterns are the norm for a “sophisticated” retreat. But what if you want something with more pizazz? A room that’ll get you excited about the day the second you peel your eyes open?
Arlyn Hernandez
Jul 26, 2017
Before & After: A Pretty in Pink Desk Upgrade
Leanna’s office desk had a gorgeous shape, but the dark wood wasn’t right for her new space. Since she had made the decision to stick with a lighter and brighter color scheme for her new office, she thought a touch of pink would set off the delicate aspects of the piece to great effect. From Leanna: Our previous home was decorated in soft earth tones, lots of greens and browns. At the time it really suited are long, low bungalow.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jul 26, 2017
Where To Buy a Whole Bunch of Wooden Hangers Without Going Broke
Wooden hangers are supposed to be the best—Martha Stewart swears by them, and a quick Google search reveals tons of sites extolling the benefits of using wooden hangers. They protect your clothes by preventing your clothes from being hung too closely together, they’re less abrasive and they allow for more air circulation, according to The Spruce.
Brittney Morgan
Jul 25, 2017
All About Philadelphia, By Locals Who Love It
You probably already know Philadelphia is a city rich with history and things to do, but unless you’ve experienced it first-hand, you might not know just how great Philly is—it’s more than just cheesesteaks and Rocky movies, it’s a big city with a tight-knit community feel that’s chock full of culture. Ask any local what they love about their city, and they’re sure to tell you the same (and more).
Brittney Morgan
Jul 25, 2017
A Handmade Brooklyn Home That Maximizes Space With Style
Name: Ali and Chip, their poodle Gigi and cat Dinah Location: Cobble Hill — Brooklyn, New York The basics: 3 years, owned — 475 square feet Ali and Chip’s Brooklyn condo has the sort of hazy cool that many aspire to. It comes from pouring yourself into the space like the pair has, tackling most of the updates and renovations themselves, and slowly filling it with personal pieces.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jul 25, 2017
Before & After: A Little Chair’s Upholstery Gets a Spray Paint Makeover
Not fully ready to commit to a reupholstery project, Emma opted to spray paint her chair and go jewel tone.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jul 25, 2017
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Two Ways to Style a Patio: Which Works for You?
One outdoor space, one pair of outdoor lounge chairs…infinite possibilities for creativity! We asked two style experts to put their distinct personal touches on one patio setup using pieces from Ashley HomeStore, and the results are in. Each created a stylish summer escape and offered their own advice for styling your outdoor “room.” Check out their looks, then choose which one works best with your own style; everyone who votes will be entered to win the setup they voted for!
Tim Minerd
Jul 25, 2017
Before & After: Hidden Surprises in a Master Bedroom Makeover
"When we moved into the house we discovered an original 19th Century fireplace had been lurking behind a desk and beneath the carpet the old floorboards were still in tact."
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jul 24, 2017
A Biology Professor’s “Modern Mary Poppins” Atlanta Home
Name: Meleah Location: Old Fourth Ward/Virginia Highland — Atlanta, Georgia The basics: 2 years, rented — 1,000 square feet Meleah’s Atlanta home is full of light thanks to gigantic windows that also offer up a gorgeous view. She’s filled her home with art and trinkets from her travels, making the space totally unique and fantastically interesting. Tell us a little (or a lot) about your home and the people who live there: My place is distinctly ‘Meleah.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jul 24, 2017
You Can Rent Mark-Paul Gosselaar’s LA Home for $14K a Month
Timeout: Mark-Paul Gosselaar, star of the beloved 90s show Saved By The Bell, is renting out his Sherman Oaks, California home. Gosselaar, whose career took a turn for the dramatic with series regular status on NYPD Blue and TNT lawyer drama Franklin & Bash, has listed the five bedroom, five bathroom home for $13,500 per month. The 5,266 square foot “custom French country” home sits on a .44 acre lot and was built in 2005.
Tara Bellucci
Jul 24, 2017
Made for Your Shades: A DIY Display for Organizing Sunglasses
On any given week, I’ll see anywhere from one to seven pairs of glasses and sunglasses make their way onto my kitchen island. (Why is the kitchen island the ultimate catchall for junk?) Coming in or going out, it’s the landing pad for shades.
Amelia Lawrence
Jul 24, 2017
The Brooklyn Apartment Where Style & Function Are Equally Weighed
We’ve all heard it before: small but mighty, tiny house = big style. But, in this petite stunner it was all about lifestyle taking precedence over every design decision, which left this city dweller even foregoing a conventional sofa. The Williamsburg apartment belonging to Sarah Ashley Schiear, chef and founder of Salt House, is a strong lesson in style and function conveyed in just 635 square feet.
Cara Gibbs
Jul 24, 2017
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3 Unexpected Ways Pet Owners Can Keep a Cleaner House
Brian and Tanika have always loved dogs, and both had four-legged best friends when they were children. Their problem is that, even though they’re dog people, they’d prefer that people couldn’t tell by looking at them, by seeing the dog hair on their pant legs, sofa cushions, or anywhere, frankly. That’s tough at the moment, because their new pup, Tanzie, has a serious shedding problem.
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Jul 24, 2017
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3 Ways Busy Athletes Can Keep Their Homes Smelling Less…Athletic
Although newly engaged couple Cecila and Jesse are good about splitting their chores, they have two distinctly different approaches to keeping their house clean. She admits that she’s the messy one and is more likely to throw things into a slightly chaotic heap during the week before tackling it over the weekend. Jesse, though, likes to organize as he goes along, making sure that their place is reasonably tidy at the end of each day.
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Jul 24, 2017
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2 Cute Cleaning Tasks Kids Can Do (And 1 to Do for Them)
When you’re a busy parent with young kids, sometimes it feels like the easiest way to clean the house is to burn it to the ground and just start over. That’s not exactly the most feasible solution – especially on a weekly basis. Clare is a mom who’s constantly on the go, so she’s looking for easy ways to keep her home slightly more organized.
Sponsored Post
Jul 24, 2017
9 Decorating Ideas You Can Steal from Joanna Gaines
(Image credit: Apartment Therapy) From Kitchn → 9 Decorating Ideas to Steal from Joanna Gaines null
Apartment Therapy
Jul 24, 2017
The Best Kitchen Trash Cans for Your Space
From Apartment Therapy → The Best Kitchen Trash Cans: Rubbermaid, Simplehuman, IKEA, Brabantia & More null
The Kitchn
Jul 24, 2017
Before & After: A Dark and Dated Kitchen Gets Open and Airy
Claire’s kitchen was dark and dated, with an office-style ceiling and a tiny little rodent problem. Claire set about repurposing the kitchen and rebuilding an extension to create a kitchen and living area, perfect for hosting. Now the kitchen is bright and dance party-ready. From Claire: We bought our house in 2012 after falling in love with its large Edwardian proportions and central location.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jul 23, 2017
A Boldly Colorful, Mediterranean-Influenced Home in the Hudson Valley
Name: Ayanna and family Location: Woodstock, New York The basics: Under a year, owned — 2, 600 square feet Ayanna’s home is both timeless and contemporary. Well-chosen vintage pieces of different eras mingle against very of-the-moment paint colors. Also, get ready for some major bathroom envy. Tell us a little (or a lot) about your home and the people who live there: I’ve lived in Brooklyn since 2008. I’m originally from Westchester, New York.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jul 23, 2017
Betsey Johnson’s Mexican Villa Is For Rent on Airbnb
Want to vacation like American fashion designer and icon Betsey Johnson? Well now you can — and it looks pretty fabulous. The 74 year-old Johnson is offering fans and vacationers alike the chance to live her whimsical lifestyle at her Mexican villa. Johnson’s pad, located in Zihuatanejo, Mexico is now available to rent on Airbnb for $618 per night. It’s a pretty reasonable alternative should Gwyneth Paltrow’s Mexican villa be out of reach at $8,000 a night.
Marni Epstein-Mervis
Jul 23, 2017
A Plant Filled, “Lofty Atrium” on the Lower East Side
Name: Jean and Jeff Location: Lower East Side — New York, New York The basics: 1 year, rented — 750 square feet Jean and Jeff’s apartment takes high ceilings to the next level. With an almost unheard of amount of New York sunlight, they’ve filled their apartment with plants and funky vintage finds, making the whole place feel like a swinging tree house.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jul 22, 2017
Why First-Time Homebuyers Should Think Twice Before Applying For A Mortgage Online
Online mortgage programs are becoming increasingly popular — and it’s not hard to see why. With an application process that takes less than five minutes, they can almost be thought of as an “express lane” for a loan. But while some prospective buyers, particularly those who have been through the process before, may appreciate their speed and ease, those same features can feel overwhelming to first-time buyers.
Tara Mastroeni
Jul 22, 2017
Historic Italian Villa Cornaro Is On the Market for $45 Million
In the complete opposite direction of budget living, renowned architect Andrea Palladio’s Villa Cornaro is officially on the market. Designated as “one of the most influential buildings in the world” by the New York Times, the sprawling Italian home is the stuff of real estate dreams. In 1551, the villa was designed and ultimately named for Giorgio Cornaro, a member of Italian society’s upper echelon.
Kenya Foy
Jul 22, 2017
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Introducing: The Little Black Dresser
How a plain little dresser turned chic and marvelous.
Tim Minerd
Jul 22, 2017
From Über-Ambitious to Super-Simple: Privacy Fences & Screens You Can Make Yourself
Got some outdoor space — a teeny balcony, deluxe patio, humble patch of grass, or minimalist concrete pad? Congratulations! Now that you’re part of the landed gentry, you’ll want some privacy. Block prying eyes, wind, and sun with these DIYs, ranging from projects requiring power tools I’ve never heard of to tutorials that amount to basically, “zip a zip tie” and “dig a hole.
Tess Wilson
Jul 21, 2017
Cowhide Rugs: 10 Rooms That’ll Turn Any Skeptic Into a Believer
Whether fo' real or faux real, cowhide and cowhide-style rugs might just be what your interior needs.
Arlyn Hernandez
Jul 21, 2017
Before & After: A Coffee Lover Orders Up a Fresh IKEA Hack
After a move that left her with more square footage, but less counter space, Stephanie was on the hunt for something to house her all important espresso machine in a stylish and functional way. Realizing that a good old fashioned IKEA hack was in order, she set about giving her soon-to-be-java-cart a new look. And I think we can all agree, it’s a grande idea! From Stephanie: While most people style kitchen carts into bar carts, we knew our cart had to be for cappuccinos.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jul 21, 2017
IKEA Just Released More Photos From Their HAY Collaboration
If, like us, you’ve been anxiously awaiting the arrival of the collaboration between IKEA and Danish design brand HAY, well, we have some great news. The Swedish retailer just shared some additional photos of the collection. Here’s what we know so far. Dezeen published the new photos of the YPPERLIG collection on Wednesday, which gives us a more complete look at the 30-plus piece line.
Tara Bellucci
Jul 20, 2017
The Most Popular Home in America: Why the Ranch Style is So Pervasive
If you’re thinking of buying a home, you’ve likely given a lot of thought to what style suits you best. Are you drawn to the sleek lines of modern architecture? Or are you a sucker for Craftsman style? If your answer happens to be the modern American ranch, well, you’re certainly not alone—according to a 2016 Trulia study, it’s the most popular pick in 34 states in the U.S.
Julie Sprankles
Jul 20, 2017
The Best-Looking Bathroom Trash Cans Under $15
A good-looking bathroom trash bin is hard to find. That’s why most of them wind up stashed near the toilet or under the sink. Sure you can invest in a fancy one that looks great, but who wants to drop serious cash on something as small and well, trashy as a garbage can? Lucky for you, we did our research and it turns out the web is filled with some surprisingly sleek and inexpensive bathroom receptacles.
Caroline Biggs
Jul 20, 2017
This Tiny Houseboat Packs A Lot Into 360 Square Feet
Houseboats definitely float our boat around here. This one in Boston packs a ton of amenities into a tiny space, and it costs less than $50,000. This 1986 Chris Craft Catalina 362 power boat is just 360 square feet, but manages to squeeze in two bedrooms and two full baths!
Tara Bellucci
Jul 20, 2017
In-Reach Real Estate: Affordable Cities Outdoorsy People Will Love
You can read a million lists about buying a home—and I could prattle on for days about the process myself—but the best advice anyone can probably offer is this: buy a home in a city that you love even more than the house itself. Never does this ring more true than when it comes to outdoorsy people.
Julie Sprankles
Jul 20, 2017
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The Reveal: See Pablo and Sophie’s Best Coast Bedroom Fix
When we last saw Pablo and Sophie, they were falling in love with L.A. after moving from New York. But as two independent creative professionals — Pablo is a photographer, Sophie a designer — they had a ton to do while they acclimated to the Best Coast lifestyle. As they put together their new sun-drenched digs, they wanted the bedroom to be an earthy and serene oasis from all that hectic excitement. Just one problem: The warm Cali nights were heating up their memory-foam mattress.
Creative Studio
Jul 20, 2017
3 Smart Ways to Make the Most of Your Kitchen Counters
(Image credit: Apartment Therapy) From Kitchn → 3 Smart Ways to Make the Most of Kitchen Corners null
Apartment Therapy
Jul 20, 2017
Before & After: A Terribly Cute Vintage Trailer Makeover
How cute is that little guy? My goodness! Adorable on the outside, but leaky and damaged on the inside, this trailer needed some upgrades to make it safer. While making some of the less sexy fixes (apologies to all those window sealing fans out there) Meredith took the opportunity to give the space a style boost as well. From Meredith: My husband and I decided to buy a vintage trailer and after a brief search, we purchased a 1976 Boler trailer.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jul 19, 2017
House Hunting Dealbreakers: The 3 Things to Never Compromise On
You’ve heard it before: “No house is going to be perfect. Even your dream home will have a few compromises.” That’s true. When you’re house hunting, it’s important to keep an open mind rather than getting stuck in one vision of what you’re perfect home will look like. However, there are a few instances where it’s okay to put your foot down.
Tara Mastroeni
Jul 19, 2017